dependable

adjective

de·​pend·​able di-ˈpen-də-bəl 

: capable of being trusted or depended on : reliable

a dependable source of income

a dependable assistant

needs a dependable car for work

dependability

di-ˌpen-də-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

dependableness noun

dependably

di-ˈpen-də-blē 

adverb

Synonyms of dependable

• reliable
• responsible
• safe
• good

Examples of dependable in a Sentence

seeking a dependable person to look after their summer home in the off-season

Recent Examples on the Web

More dependable contact may help doctors collect useful data while patients go about their normal routines. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026

For anyone who needs a dependable phone that can handle tough conditions, the Kyocera DuraXE Epic E4830 offers a simpler solution. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 20 July 2026

Regularly topping off the water is especially important during periods of extreme heat, when birds rely on dependable water sources for both drinking and bathing. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 18 July 2026

The now 21-year-old can play centre-back or in defensive midfield and, following a serious shoulder injury 18 months ago, has become a dependable performer for Newcastle’s second string. — Chris Waugh, New York Times, 17 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

depend + -able

First Known Use

1735, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for dependable

• spendable
• amendable
• commendable
• expendable
• extendable
• undependable

Kids Definition

dependable

adjective

de·​pend·​able di-ˈpen-də-bəl 

: capable of being depended on : trustworthy, reliable

a dependable car

dependability

-ˌpen-də-ˈbil-ət-ē 

noun

dependably

-ˈpen-də-blē 

adverb